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Cozy Slow Cooker Dublin Beef Stew Recipe with Root Vegetables Made Easy

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A hearty and comforting slow cooker beef stew with tender beef chunks and a medley of root vegetables, perfect for cozy nights and easy meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thick rounds
  • 2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) flour (for dredging the beef)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (10-15 minutes): Peel and chop carrots, parsnips, and potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Cut the beef chuck roast into 1-inch cubes if not pre-cut.
  2. Dredge the Beef: Toss the beef cubes with flour in a mixing bowl until well coated.
  3. Brown the Beef (8-10 minutes): Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. In batches, sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides but not cooked through.
  4. Layer Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Place the browned beef in the slow cooker first. Add the chopped onions, garlic, carrots, parsnips, and potatoes on top.
  5. Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in 4 cups (950 ml) of beef broth, then stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, chopped thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cook Low and Slow (7-8 hours): Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours until beef is tender and flavors meld.
  7. Check and Adjust (Last 30 minutes): Taste the stew and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.
  8. Final Touches: If stew is too thin, whisk together a tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir it in. Let cook for another 10-15 minutes to thicken.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or arrowroot powder. Browning the beef in batches ensures a better crust and richer flavor. Add root vegetables halfway through cooking if you prefer them less soft. Remove bay leaves before serving. Can substitute parsnips with turnips or root celery. For an Irish stout twist, replace 1 cup of broth with Irish stout beer.

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